It is noted that in accordance with the plan, the gas pipeline was filled with technical gas in the amount of about 177 million cubic meters.

m, which provides a pressure level of 103 bar.

"This pressure is enough to start transporting gas in the future," said the project operator.

The company will inform you about the next steps additionally.

Earlier, the Russian President congratulated Gazprom and its Nord Stream 2 partners on the completion of the project.

He also noted that Russia has the ability to increase gas supplies to the West.